{"id":4307,"date":"2019-08-26T14:37:11","date_gmt":"2019-08-26T14:37:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.cliniquepoirier.com\/dental-services\/general-family-dentistry\/bruxisme-grincement-de-dents\/"},"modified":"2025-09-25T10:47:10","modified_gmt":"2025-09-25T10:47:10","slug":"bruxism","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.cliniquepoirier.com\/en\/dental-services\/general-family-dentistry\/bruxism\/","title":{"rendered":"Bruxism"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"vce-row-container\"><div class=\"vce-row vce-row--col-gap-0 vce-row-no-paddings vce-row-content--middle\" data-vce-full-width=\"true\" data-vce-stretch-content=\"true\" id=\"el-ddab3c39\" data-vce-do-apply=\"all el-ddab3c39\"><div class=\"vce-row-content\" data-vce-element-content=\"true\"><div class=\"vce-col vce-col--xs-100p vce-col--xs-visible vce-col--xs-last vce-col--xs-first vce-col--sm-100p vce-col--sm-visible vce-col--sm-last vce-col--sm-first vce-col--md-100p vce-col--md-visible vce-col--md-last vce-col--md-first vce-col--lg-100p vce-col--lg-visible vce-col--lg-last vce-col--lg-first vce-col--xl-100p vce-col--xl-visible vce-col--xl-last vce-col--xl-first\" id=\"el-7f2fcff0\"><div class=\"vce-col-inner\" data-vce-do-apply=\"border margin background  el-7f2fcff0\"><div class=\"vce-col-content\" data-vce-element-content=\"true\" data-vce-do-apply=\"padding el-7f2fcff0\"><div class=\"vce-single-image-container header-home fullwidthimg vce-single-image--align-left\"><div class=\"vce vce-single-image-wrapper\" id=\"el-ed144be1\" data-vce-do-apply=\"all el-ed144be1\"><figure><div class=\"vce-single-image-figure-inner\" style=\"width: 1366px;\"><div class=\"vce-single-image-inner vce-single-image--absolute\" style=\"width: 100%; padding-bottom: 32.9429%;\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"vce-single-image\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cliniquepoirier.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/DENTISTERIE-GeNeRALE-1.jpg\" data-img-src=\"https:\/\/www.cliniquepoirier.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/DENTISTERIE-GeNeRALE-1.jpg\" data-attachment-id=\"1102\" alt=\"DENTISTERIE G\u00e9n\u00e9rale\" title=\"DENTISTERIE-GeNeRALE\"><\/div><\/div><figcaption hidden=\"\"><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vce-text-block breadcrumbsourire\"><div class=\"vce-text-block-wrapper vce\" id=\"el-aa039450\" data-vce-do-apply=\"all el-aa039450\"><p><span><span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cliniquepoirier.com\/en\/\">Accueil<\/a><\/span><\/span><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vce-row-container\" data-vce-boxed-width=\"true\"><div class=\"vce-row vce-row--col-gap-0 padding80y vce-row-content--top\" id=\"el-a1a893ea\" data-vce-do-apply=\"all el-a1a893ea\"><div class=\"vce-row-content\" data-vce-element-content=\"true\"><div class=\"vce-col vce-col--md-auto vce-col--xs-1 vce-col--xs-last vce-col--xs-first vce-col--sm-last vce-col--sm-first vce-col--md-last vce-col--lg-last vce-col--xl-last vce-col--md-first vce-col--lg-first vce-col--xl-first\" id=\"el-72f368a3\"><div class=\"vce-col-inner\" data-vce-do-apply=\"border margin background  el-72f368a3\"><div class=\"vce-col-content\" data-vce-element-content=\"true\" data-vce-do-apply=\"padding el-72f368a3\"><div class=\"vce-text-block padding139x uppercase\"><div class=\"vce-text-block-wrapper vce\" id=\"el-806bbf88\" data-vce-do-apply=\"all el-806bbf88\"><h1 class=\"font35 bold\" style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>Bruxism<\/b><\/h1><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vce-row-container\"><div class=\"vce-row vce-row--col-gap-0 padding139x  padding80ybb vce-row-content--top\" data-vce-full-width=\"true\" id=\"el-4655562f\" data-vce-do-apply=\"all el-4655562f\"><div class=\"vce-row-content\" data-vce-element-content=\"true\"><div class=\"vce-col vce-col--md-71p vce-col--xs-1 vce-col--xs-last vce-col--xs-first vce-col--sm-last vce-col--sm-first vce-col--md-first vce-col--lg-first vce-col--xl-first padding15yr\" id=\"el-020adc17\"><div class=\"vce-col-inner\" data-vce-do-apply=\"border margin background  el-020adc17\"><div class=\"vce-col-content\" data-vce-element-content=\"true\" data-vce-do-apply=\"padding el-020adc17\"><div class=\"vce-text-block black\"><div class=\"vce-text-block-wrapper vce\" id=\"el-8ec356e5\" data-vce-do-apply=\"all el-8ec356e5\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Even if teeth are strong and resistant, it is normal for them to wear down over time. Friction caused by chewing, among other things, contributes to the erosion of their surface. However, various ailments and conditions, as well as certain habits, whether intentional or not, can contribute to this wear and tear and even cause more severe damage. This is the case with bruxism, or teeth grinding during the night. Although it is difficult to stop completely, it is possible to control its damaging effects with a simple device available at the clinic: an occlusal splint.<\/span><\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vce-text-block\"><div class=\"vce-text-block-wrapper vce\" id=\"el-b87b4d40\" data-vce-do-apply=\"all el-b87b4d40\"><h2 class=\"font24 bold padding27y\"><b>WHAT IS BRUXISM?<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bruxism refers to the involuntary clenching of the jaws and teeth outside of periods of chewing and swallowing. While it can occur during the day or at night, the consequences are greater when it occurs during sleep, as it is impossible to control. This problem is thought to be caused by a disturbance in the systems that maintain regular sleep patterns. The causes of this imbalance are not always known. However, stress and anxiety are known to contribute to bruxism, whether it occurs during the day or at night.<\/span><\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vce-text-block\"><div class=\"vce-text-block-wrapper vce\" id=\"el-54ee9ac3\" data-vce-do-apply=\"all el-54ee9ac3\"><h2 class=\"font24 bold padding27y\"><b>OCCLUSAL PLATES FOR OPTIMAL TOOTH PROTECTION<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As this is an involuntary reflex with psychosomatic causes, it is difficult to completely eliminate. However, wearing an occlusal plate at night can help prevent the many effects and consequences of bruxism:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Severe wear or even breakage of teeth, crowns, fillings, and dentures;<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Enamel wear, causing increased tooth sensitivity;<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Frequent and persistent headaches;<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tooth or jaw pain, mainly upon waking;<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Poor sleep quality;<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Noise that may disturb your partner's sleep;<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When worn at night, an occlusal plate relaxes the jaw muscles while protecting the surface of the teeth from potential friction. 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data-vce-do-apply=\"all el-100eb917\"><div class=\"vce-row-content\" data-vce-element-content=\"true\"><div class=\"vce-col vce-col--md-auto vce-col--xs-1 vce-col--xs-last vce-col--xs-first vce-col--sm-last vce-col--sm-first vce-col--md-last vce-col--lg-last vce-col--xl-last vce-col--md-first vce-col--lg-first vce-col--xl-first\" id=\"el-9730566e\"><div class=\"vce-col-inner\" data-vce-do-apply=\"border margin background  el-9730566e\"><div class=\"vce-col-content\" data-vce-element-content=\"true\" data-vce-do-apply=\"padding el-9730566e\"><div class=\"vce-text-block white padding65yt\"><div class=\"vce-text-block-wrapper vce\" id=\"el-7bd5f410\" data-vce-do-apply=\"all el-7bd5f410\"><h2 class=\"font24 bold\"><b>THREE TIPS FOR CONTROLLING BRUXISM AND ITS EFFECTS<\/b><\/h2><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vce-text-block white padding35yt padding80ybb\"><div class=\"vce-text-block-wrapper vce\" id=\"el-5094ffe5\" data-vce-do-apply=\"all el-5094ffe5\"><ul>\n<li><b> Avoid sleep disturbances<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In addition to reducing noise sources in the bedroom, it is recommended to avoid smoking or drinking alcohol in the evening. These factors disrupt sleep quality, which can increase muscle tension and, therefore, the reflexes that cause bruxism.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><b> Control your sources of stress<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While it is sometimes difficult to completely eliminate the causes of bruxism, it is possible to control some sources or reduce its effects. Regular physical activity and relaxation exercises can help.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><b> Talk to your dentist about bruxism<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you think you suffer from bruxism, talk to your dentist. They will be able to advise you on the best possible solution, such as wearing a mouth guard. 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